Lectionary Calendar
Monday, May 6th, 2024
the Sixth Week after Easter
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Contemporary English Version

Psalms 6

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(A psalm by David for the music leader. Use stringed instruments.[a])

A Prayer in Time of Trouble

1 Don't punish me, Lord,
or even correct me
    when you are angry!
2 Have pity on me and heal
    my feeble body.
My bones tremble with fear,
3     and I am in deep distress.
    How long will it be?

4 Turn and come to my rescue.
    Show your wonderful love
    and save me, Lord.
5 If I die, I cannot praise you
    or even remember you.
6 My groaning has worn me out.
    At night my bed and pillow
    are soaked with tears.
7 Sorrow has made my eyes dim,
and my sight has failed
    because of my enemies.

8 You, Lord, heard my crying,
and those hateful people
    had better leave me alone.
9 You have answered my prayer
    and my plea for mercy.
10 My enemies will be ashamed
    and terrified,
    as they quickly run away
    in complete disgrace.

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